"Be Happy"
Nanda kishore's points
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 667 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO2.0community eventshosted or attended
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UP TO303minutesspent outdoors
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UP TO3.0conversationswith people
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UP TO3.0minutesspent learning
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UP TO1.0treeplanted
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UP TO0.0hoursvolunteered
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UP TO1.0public official or leadercontacted
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UP TO20minutesbeing mindful
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UP TO22organic mealsconsumed
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UP TO1.7pounds of CO2have been saved
Nanda kishore's actions
High Impact Action Track
Stay on the Ground
Transportation
Instead of traveling by plane, I will find an alternative way to accomplish the goals of an upcoming trip (i.e. telepresence, vacation locally).
Food
Choose Organic Ingredients
I will enjoy 2 meal(s) cooked with organic ingredients each day.
Nature
Support Local Pollinators
At least 30% of crops and 90% of flowering plants rely on pollinators to produce fruit. I will spend 1 minutes researching which plants support local native pollinators and plant some in my yard.
Transportation
Car Share
I will sign up for a car-sharing service, or organize car sharing with my neighbors, to cut down on the number of vehicles on the road.
Transportation
Advocate for Greener Vehicles
I will spend at least 1 minutes assessing the vehicles used by my company or college and advocate for a purchasing policy focused on fuel-efficient vehicles.
Nature
Organize a Course
I will organize one of Ecochallenge.org's discussion courses, such as 'Reconnecting with Earth', with my family, friends, coworkers, or classmates.
Nature
Tend a Garden
I will tend to a garden each day, or work on starting one.
Nature
Join An Outdoor Project
I will join an outdoor restoration project in my community.
Nature
Keep a Nature Journal
I will journal each day about my experiences in nature.
Nature
Enjoy the Sunrise/Sunset
I will enjoy the sunrise and/or sunset each day.
Nature
Leave No Trace
I will practice the seven principles of Leave No Trace when doing nature activities alone or with family and friends.
Nature
Forage for My Food
I will use the 'Learn More' resources below to find where I can forage for my own food locally.
Nature
Explore My Area
I will explore at least one new hiking trail or nature walk in my area.
Nature
Plant Trees
I will plant 1 tree(s) in my community, public parks, or backyard.
Transportation
Choose a Carbon Offset
If buying a plane ticket, I will also buy a carbon offset.
Participant Feed
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Nanda kishore valluri 10/04/2019 10:55 AMAll things are artificial, for nature is the art of God.
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Nanda kishore valluri 10/04/2019 10:55 AMAll things are artificial, for nature is the art of God.
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REFLECTION QUESTIONTransportationTake a moment to think of places you frequent often (work, grocery store, natural areas). Could you choose one or two days a week to schedule driving with a friend, neighbor or co-worker to these places?
Nanda kishore valluri 10/04/2019 10:49 AMI could definitely carpool with a coworker to my job at the coffee-shop at least -
REFLECTION QUESTIONTransportationReducing (or eliminating) exhaust emissions and improving public health are two benefits of green vehicles. What other motivators inspire you to consider switching to a more fuel-efficient vehicle?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONTransportationA round-trip flight from New York City to Los Angeles emits just over 1.5 tons of CO2—per person. That’s a lot of carbon! What can you do to reduce the number of flights you take per year?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONNatureHow well do you know the area you live in? In what ways is a deep knowledge of your surroundings -- known as a 'sense of place' -- important to you?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONNatureHow can spending more time outdoors enhance your sense of place?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONNatureWhat would you like to discuss about nature, the environment, or sustainability with your family, friends, coworkers or classmates?
Nanda kishore valluri 10/04/2019 10:44 AMGifts of nature, like we have rivers, mountains, forests and different natural resources -
REFLECTION QUESTIONNatureHave you ever had a significant experience in nature that altered your perspective or focus? If so, please describe it.
Nanda kishore valluri 10/04/2019 10:43 AMSignificant experiences are the events in your own personal history you remember because they made you feel good, satisfied, engaged, invigorated, inspired, in the flow -
REFLECTION QUESTIONNatureWhat natural gifts are you grateful for?